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The machines function like vending machines, providing 30 to 35 opportunities to donate.
—Delano Massey, Axios, 26 Nov. 2024
Buy your fare at any light rail station with cash, credit or debit card — or purchase a pass in advance to avoid lines at the vending machines.
—Ed Masley, The Arizona Republic, 12 Nov. 2024
Frisch's, Skyline Chili, Graeter's, Wendy's and even a Subway vending machine are all on the menu.
—Erin Couch, The Enquirer, 10 Nov. 2024
The airport has about 20 dining offerings, including Farmer's Fridge vending machines and Starbucks.
—Claire Reid, Journal Sentinel, 3 Oct. 2024
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Word History
First Known Use
circa 1895, in the meaning defined above
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The first known use of vending machine was
circa 1895
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“Vending machine.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/vending%20machine. Accessed 15 Dec. 2024.
Kids Definition
vending machine
noun
: a machine from which one may get merchandise after putting in coins
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